Volkswagen Group volume brand sales climb, BEV deliveries up 50% in Q1 2023

For the first time ever, Volkswagen Group has shared detailed Q1 2023 financial results for its volume brand vehicles, including its namesake brand, Seat/Cupra, and its commercial division. The Group unit’s report shows promising growth in sales, profits, and most importantly, BEV deliveries. Here’s the latest.

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Solar powered cars: A 70 year-old idea that has yet to reach its full potential

Nearly 70 years ago, the idea of a viable solar car concept was introduced to the world in Chicago, Illinois. While these vehicles started small (literally), they have progressed alongside the sustainable technology segment to a point where scalable solar electric vehicles are closer than ever, but there’s still plenty of room for innovation.

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This mini Bronco-like EV launched by GM in China will also come as a pickup

The fun-size Bronco-like Baojun Yep EV (YueYe in Chinese), made by the joint venture between GM, SAIC, and Wuling Motors (SGMW) in China, is now getting an electric pickup truck version.

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Segway and Engwe launch electric mopeds and e-bikes specifically for women

Female-focused electric scooters and e-bikes are coming, thanks to the launch of new women’s models from companies like Segway-owned Ninebot and Engwe, among others. Two of the latest entrants into the female micromobility market include the Ninebot Q80C and the Engwe L20.

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Tesla changes course with Full Self-Driving to introduce end-to-end AI in v12, says Musk

Tesla is planning to update its Full Self-Driving package with end-to-end AI in its FSD Beta v12, says Elon Musk.

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Tesla changes course with Full Self-Driving to introduce end-to-end AI in v12, says Musk

Tesla is planning to update its Full Self-Driving package with end-to-end AI in its FSD Beta v12, says Elon Musk.

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Lucid offers Tesla owners test drive at Supercharger, angering Tesla fans

Lucid set up shop at a Tesla Supercharger station in Los Angeles to offer Tesla owners test drives of the Lucid Air. For some reason, it seems to be angering some Tesla fans.

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Lucid offers Tesla owners test drive at Supercharger, angering Tesla fans

Lucid set up shop at a Tesla Supercharger station in Los Angeles to offer Tesla owners test drives of the Lucid Air. For some reason, it seems to be angering some Tesla fans.

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Lucid offers Tesla owners test drive at Supercharger, angering Tesla fans

Lucid set up shop at a Tesla Supercharger station in Los Angeles to offer Tesla owners test drives of the Lucid Air. For some reason, it seems to be angering some Tesla fans.

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Lucid offers Tesla owners test drive at Supercharger, angering Tesla fans

Lucid set up shop at a Tesla Supercharger station in Los Angeles to offer Tesla owners test drives of the Lucid Air. For some reason, it seems to be angering some Tesla fans.

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